Lenovo ThinkSystem RAID 9350-16i 4GB Flash PCIe Gen4 12Gb Adapter

Lenovo ThinkSystem RAID 9350-16i 4GB Flash PCIe Gen4 12Gb Adapter

Brand: Lenovo | Category: Accessories & Components

SKU: LENO-4Y37A72483 | Part #: 4Y37A72483 | MPN: 4Y37A72483

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About the Lenovo ThinkSystem RAID 9350-16i 4GB Flash PCIe Gen4 12Gb Adapter

The Lenovo ThinkSystem RAID 9350-16i is a enterprise-class PCIe Gen 4 RAID controller purpose-built for ThinkSystem V3 platforms, including the SR650 V3 and SR630 V3 server lines. This adapter combines full 16-lane PCIe Gen 4 connectivity with integrated 4GB of DDR4 flash-backed cache memory, enabling deterministic I/O performance and data protection for mission-critical storage operations. The 9350-16i supports up to 16 SAS/SATA drives per controller, delivering sustained performance for demanding database, virtualization, and analytics workloads.

Architecturally, the adapter features dual-port SAS connectivity (12Gb/s per port) and native support for RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, and 50 configurations. The flash-backed cache provides write-back acceleration and battery-backed data protection, ensuring data integrity during unexpected power events. Hardware-based RAID processing offloads computational burden from system processors, freeing CPU resources for application workloads while delivering predictable storage subsystem latency.

Launched in Q1 2023, the 9350-16i has achieved high attachment rates across SR650 V3 and SR630 V3 deployments, establishing itself as the preferred RAID solution for ThinkSystem V3 configurations requiring direct-attached SAS storage scalability and performance.

Ideal for

  • High-frequency trading and financial databases requiring sub-millisecond storage latency and write-back acceleration
  • Enterprise virtualization clusters running vSphere or Hyper-V with mixed workload consolidation across multiple SATA/SAS drives
  • Real-time analytics and data warehouse platforms ingesting streaming data with sustained sequential write patterns
  • Medical imaging and healthcare information systems managing large DICOM archives with predictable performance requirements
  • ERP and CRM deployments demanding RAID 6 redundancy with consistent transaction commit performance
  • Backup and disaster recovery appliances optimized for throughput and data protection across 12-16 drive enclosures

Technical specifications

ManufacturerLenovo
ModelThinkSystem RAID 9350-16i
Product TypePCIe RAID Adapter Controller
PCIe InterfacePCIe Gen 4 x16
Maximum Throughput16 Gb/s (PCIe 4.0 saturated)
SAS Ports2 × SAS/SATA 12Gb/s
Maximum Drives Supported16 SAS/SATA drives per controller
Cache Memory4 GB DDR4 flash-backed DRAM
Supported RAID LevelsRAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50
Data ProtectionBattery-backed cache (optional external battery module)
Form FactorFull-height, full-length PCIe adapter
Dimensions267 mm L × 111 mm H × 25 mm W
Operating Temperature0°C to 55°C
Storage Temperature-40°C to 70°C
Power ConsumptionApproximately 12W nominal
Compatible PlatformsLenovo ThinkSystem SR650 V3, SR630 V3, and related V3 generation servers
FirmwareRAID management firmware with web-based configuration interface
Hot Spare SupportYes, configurable per RAID group
BBU ModuleOptional external battery-backed unit for extended power-loss protection

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Technical Specifications

BrandLenovo
CategoryAccessories & Components
SKULENO-4Y37A72483
Part Number4Y37A72483
ConditionNew
ModelThinkSystem RAID 9350-16i
Product TypePCIe RAID Adapter Controller
PCIe InterfacePCIe Gen 4 x16
Maximum Throughput16 Gb/s (PCIe 4.0 saturated)
SAS Ports2 × SAS/SATA 12Gb/s
Maximum Drives Supported16 SAS/SATA drives per controller
Cache Memory4 GB DDR4 flash-backed DRAM
Supported RAID LevelsRAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50
Data ProtectionBattery-backed cache (optional external battery module)
Form FactorFull-height, full-length PCIe adapter
Dimensions267 mm L × 111 mm H × 25 mm W
Operating Temperature0°C to 55°C
Storage Temperature-40°C to 70°C
Power ConsumptionApproximately 12W nominal
Compatible PlatformsLenovo ThinkSystem SR650 V3, SR630 V3, and related V3 generation servers
FirmwareRAID management firmware with web-based configuration interface
Hot Spare SupportYes, configurable per RAID group
BBU ModuleOptional external battery-backed unit for extended power-loss protection

Frequently Asked Questions about Lenovo ThinkSystem RAID 9350-16i 4GB Flash PCIe Gen4 12Gb Adapter

What does the Lenovo ThinkSystem RAID 9350-16i 4GB Flash PCIe Gen4 12Gb Adapter do?

The Lenovo ThinkSystem RAID 9350-16i 4GB Flash PCIe Gen4 12Gb Adapter is enterprise networking hardware for data-center, campus, and branch deployments. Common roles include core/distribution switching, server uplinks, top-of-rack fabric, and edge connectivity in mixed Cisco/Arista environments.

What are the headline specs of the Lenovo ThinkSystem RAID 9350-16i 4GB Flash PCIe Gen4 12Gb Adapter?

Key specifications for the Lenovo ThinkSystem RAID 9350-16i 4GB Flash PCIe Gen4 12Gb Adapter: new condition; manufacturer Lenovo; model ThinkSystem RAID 9350-16i; product type PCIe RAID Adapter Controller; pcie interface PCIe Gen 4 x16; maximum throughput 16 Gb/s (PCIe 4.0 saturated); sas ports 2 × SAS/SATA 12Gb/s. Manufacturer part number 4Y37A72483. For the full datasheet with electrical, environmental, and compliance details, contact our pre-sales engineering team.

Is the Lenovo ThinkSystem RAID 9350-16i 4GB Flash PCIe Gen4 12Gb Adapter compatible with my infrastructure?

The Lenovo ThinkSystem RAID 9350-16i 4GB Flash PCIe Gen4 12Gb Adapter interoperates with standard switching protocols (LACP, MLAG/VPC, 802.1Q, OSPF/BGP). For specific cross-vendor scenarios — Cisco-to-Arista MLAG peering, fabric integration with Cumulus/SONiC, or migration from legacy Catalyst — our network engineers map a compatibility plan as part of the RFQ.